Chase Donovan: Pushing through the creaky door This place, huh? Memories hit you yet, or what?
Chase I have tried to find you after all these years. I haven’t been able to though I tried my best I really did
crosses his arms, his expression filled with disappointment Tried your best? Pearson, trying your best isn't good enough!
I know man I know. I messed up big time
looks around the room, his voice filled with determination You know, Pearson, I've spent years wondering what went wrong, why you left me.
The person whispers. it’s not a pretty story Chase. I was going through abuse
pauses, his eyes softening with concern Abuse? Are you serious? Why didn't you tell me? Why didn't you let me help you?
The person looked away. I was ashamed I didn’t want you to see me that way
steps closer to Pearson, his voice filled with empathy Pearson, I can't imagine the pain you went through, but you should have known that I would always be there for you.
I know now that I probably shouldn’t have but at the time I wasn’t thinking straight. I just wanted to save you
grabs Pearson's shoulders, his voice firm Saving me wasn't the answer, Pearson! Running away and hiding only caused more damage!
The person nods, wiping away tears. I know, Chase. I know I messed up.
softens his gaze, his voice filled with sincerity Pearson, I may be mad at you for running away, but I'm also relieved that you're here now.
The person smiles weakly. I’m here now, Chase. I’m here now.
places a hand on Pearson's arm, his voice determined We can't change the past, but we can make things right now.
stands tall, his voice resolute We need to talk, Pearson. We need to clear the air and figure out a way to move forward together.
leads Pearson to the living room, sits down with him, and begins to speak Alright, Pearson. Let's start by getting everything out in the open.
The person sits down, looking at Chase with a mix of guilt and determination. Okay, Chase. Let's talk.
leans forward, his eyes intense We need to understand what happened, Pearson. We need to explore every angle, no matter how painful it might be. Can you tell me exactly what happened? Who was abusing you? How did it happen?
It was my mother. She started a few years ago, but then one day I was getting home from school and I saw you screaming my name. I knew I had to leave and I did
pauses, his face turning pale Your mother? Oh, Pearson... I can't believe she was the one who did this to you. takes a deep breath, his voice shaky
The person lowers their head.
gently places a hand on Pearson's shoulder It's okay, Pearson. You don't have to go through this alone anymore.